Major talent show judge announced as the latest signing for Magic Radio

Nicki Chapman has been announced as the latest signing for Magic Radio as she gears up to join the station in the new year. 

The former talent show judge, 57, will host the iconic Mellow Magic, with listeners able to tune in every Monday to Thursday from 8pm. 

Speaking after the announcement, Nicki said: ‘I’m honoured to be presenting Mellow Magic at the start of next year – it’s such an iconic show and brand. 

‘I’m really looking forward to playing some of the world’s greatest songs each night – many of which I’ve been involved in – and becoming friends with the listeners, however they’re spending their evenings.’

She also host a series of music specials and long-form interviews across the year for Magic Radio. 

Nicki Chapman has been announced as the latest signing for Magic Radio as she gears up to join the station in the new year

Paul Sylvester, Magic Radio Content Director added: ‘I’m thrilled to be able to announce that Nicki, one of the most experienced and accomplished radio broadcasters in the UK, is joining the Magic Radio family. 

‘We know that listeners love her relaxed style and tone, making her the perfect fit for radio’s most iconic evening show and we know that she’ll welcome in audiences with her immense warmth and stories of a career in music.’ 

Current host Lynn Parsons will move to present the show on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. Jen Thomas will also remain part of the Mellow Magic family. 

Elsewhere,  Gok Wan has been announced as Ronan Keating’s replacement on Magic Radio’s Breakfast show. 

The fashionista, 50, will join co-host Harriet Scott in the new year and is ‘beyond excited’ to join the show.

Gok’s new role on the show will see him stepping into Boyzone singer Ronan’s shoes. 

The pop star stepped back from the show in June to focus on his family.

The star became a co-host on the morning show alongside Harriet Scott in September 2017 and although he will no longer present the weekday show, he promised fans he would remain in the magic Radio family. 

The former talent show judge, 57, will host the iconic Mellow Magic, with listeners able to tune in every Monday to Thursday from 8pm (pictured on Pop Idol in 2001)

Elsewhere, Gok Wan has been announced as Ronan Keating ‘s replacement on Magic Radio’s Breakfast show 

Gok’s new role on the show will see him stepping into Boyzone singer Ronan’s shoes after  he annouced he would be stepping back in June to focus on his family and singing career

Gok said of his new role: ‘I am beyond excited to be joining the Magic Radio Breakfast team. I have loved working with the crew and of course getting to know our fabulous listeners. 

‘I have truly fallen in love with radio and I don’t even mind the early mornings, I’m an early riser anyway! We are going to have a brilliant time and I want you all to join us in the daily fun. 

‘Harriet is a wonderful co-host and I can’t wait for our Magic to happen!’.

And it seems Harriet is just as excited for Gok to join her in the studio. 

She said: ‘I know that our listeners are going to love spending their mornings with Gok just as much as I do. 

Ronan told listeners at the time: ‘I have loved every single minute, this has not been an easy decision at all’ (pictured with Harriet)

The announcement was made on Wednesday morning with Gok telling listeners he was glad he didn’t have to keep the news a secret anymore

She added: ‘We’re all going to have some adventures together in 2025 and I can’t wait!’.

The announcement was made on Wednesday morning with Gok telling listeners he was glad he didn’t have to keep the news a secret anymore. 

He thanked Harriet for inviting him and the Magic FM producers for helping him with hew role and said he was excited to start. 

Gok will be officially taking over on Jan 27, and until then, Harriet will be joined by a host of co-presenters including the fashion writer, Magic Soul broadcaster Lemar and McFly’s Harry Judd.